Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Daisys Resource Optional School
About the School
- Daisys Resource Optional School in North Chicago, IL, is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving grades 10 through 12 in a suburban community.
- Founded in 1973, the school enrolls 56 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.
- The school has a diverse student body, with 100% of students identifying as students of color.
- Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for student diversity.
- Located near Waukegan and Lake Bluff, this Illinois high school offers an alternative program option within a suburb setting.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Daisys Resource Optional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1973
Student Body
Total Students
56 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Daisys Resource Optional School?
The application deadline for Daisys Resource Optional School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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